#WeNeedtoTalk23

#WeNeedtoTalk23 is your premiere freestyle interview podcast that is not afraid to have the tough or forgotten about conversations.

Is It All Bad? 02/28/2025

Is It All Bad? In this episode I sit down and have a conversation with Ronnie Chestnutt the author of "1971 The Desegregation of schools from a child's perspective". During our conversation we discuss his upbringing in Sampson County, NC in the 1960's, what made him go into the military, his thoughts on what this current administrations is doing, his inspiration for writing the book, and a few other topics. Contact Info: IG: weneedtotalk23.pod IG: chestnr1 TikTok: weneedtotalk23.pod /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/35476835

The Architects 02/03/2025

The Architects I'm BACK! In my return episode after a long hiatus I sit down with Dj Shane and A.J. Throwback aka The Architects. In this episode we discuss the upcoming Kendrick Lamar halftime show at the Super Bowl, what they are looking forward to seeing from his performance?, who else besides SZA would they like to see him bring out?, their thoughts on the Drake lawsuit from an artist perspective, their writing process, how they linked up, and last but not their upcoming single CREAM, and few other topics. Contact Info: http//:weneedtotalk23podcast.weebly.com IG & TikTok: weneedtotalk23.pod IG: @a.j.throwback and @djshane202 /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/35124245

Delayed Pain 06/14/2024

Delayed Pain On this week's episode, I sit down with @conversations_with_lamp to discuss growing up without a father and if closure is needed. This topic was brought on by a video that comedian @itsdlai posted talking about when he was of age and could talk with his father and ask him why he wasn't there for him. We discussed our reactions to the video and gave our feelings on closure. Below is a link to the video that brought on this topic. Follow, like, subscribe, and leave a comment @weneedtotalk23.pod on IG and Tik Tok @conversation_with_lamp on IG and FB Your support and feedback is greatly appreciated! /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/31753742

We Back Baby! 05/21/2024

We Back Baby! On this episode, I sit down and chop it up with my family Mylon host of the Blackbook Podcast. During this episode, we discuss what's going on in our lives and what is next for us, the Diddy situation, Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, WNBA, Podcasting, Can the music be separated from the evil person? and a few other topics. Tune in, subscribe, follow, share IG: @weneedtotalk23.pod @theblackbookpodcast_ Tiktok: @weneedtotalk23.pod email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/31394227

What's In The Water? ft. Red 04/24/2024

What's In The Water? ft. Red I'm Baaaaaaccckkkk! In my first episode, I sit down with my brother @justred904 to discuss what is in the water that is sparking all of this recent beef in hip-hop. We discussed Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole's "Beef", the apology, and our feelings on it. I asked the question of why is everyone coming at Drake and expressed how I felt about it. Closing out the interview we discussed Chris Brown and Quavo's beef, our feelings about Weakest Link, the back-and-forth, and what is next for these two. Thank for your support! Follow me IG @weneedtotalk23.pod Follow me on Tiktok @weneedtotalk23.pod Email me @ [email protected] Follow Red on IG @justred904 /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/30961788

A Big Blue Preview 06/28/2023

A Big Blue Preview I'm still here! Ep #74 I sit down with @newyorkgiantsfangirl to discuss all New York Giants-related things. In this interview, we talked about the Giants' rookies, what have they done in OTA's and minicamps, and which rookie has impressed her the most. We also discussed how Daniel Jones, Sterling Shepard, and the free agents have looked so far, how the Saquan Barkley negotiations are, and what she sees happening at the end of the talks. And we discussed where she sees the Giants finishing in the NFC East, and what their final record will be. /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/27308736

WTF Ja? 05/19/2023

WTF Ja? In this episode #72 I sit down with James Lamp from @conversations_with_lamp and Del P @delp_0810 to discuss the latest chapter in the Ja Morant saga. We discussed his choice of friends, his fascination with guns, his incidents, his parents, what the NBA should do next, and what would be an appropriate length of his suspension. Remember to like, share, subscribe, tell a friend, and leave a comment IG: @weneedtotalk23.pod tiktok: @weneedtotalk23.pod If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a comment I can be reached at [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/26888937

Participation Trophy, Let Those Women Play 04/11/2023

Participation Trophy, Let Those Women Play Ep. #71. My guest this week is my wife and we were discussing the Angel Resse and Caitlin Clark non-story, Jill Biden, the White House visit, basketball, sportsmanship, trash-talking, and a few other topics while we were painting and I decided to just hit record. So while my response to this may be late, here it is! /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/26513379

I'm Thug 03/10/2023

I'm Thug On episode #69, I sit down with the host of @betthehousepodcast Smash, which has been a long time coming, and we finally got it done! During our discussions, we talked about the Ja Morant fiasco, the team around him, the problem with yes men, parenting, and a few other things. We also spoke about the ABC docuseries "Rap Trap" and what we thought about the series, the yung thug, the streets, the game, how it has changed, and a few other topics. @bet_the_house_podcast2022 @weneedtotalk23.pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/26192907

Pancho Speaks 01/13/2023

Pancho Speaks Ep#69 On this week's episode, I sit down with @pancho247365 an artist from the Bay Area, but if you know me you know I am not big on doing interviews with artists unless they have an interesting story, and Pancho does! During the interview, Pancho takes on a trip of his upbringing, the times that he has gone to jail or prison, overcoming drug addiction, the Bay Area, and his recovery, this truly is a great story! IG: @weneedtotalk23.pod TikTok: weneedtotalk23.pod email: [email protected] IG: @pancho247365 For bookings or features: 341-999-1198 /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/25593480

Giant Talk 01/06/2023

Giant Talk Ep #68 "Giant Talk" is the first official episode of 2023, and what better way to spend it than talking about the playoff-bound NY football Giants!? In this episode, I sit down with the host of "Everything NY Giants" podcast Adrianna aka @newyorkgiantsfangirl during our conversation we discussed our feelings on Daniel Jones, and what we would do with him moving forward, Saquan Barkley, the NFC East, Skip Bayless, expectations before the season, the coaching staff, a little baseball, hockey, and a few other topics. /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/25522266

Giant Talk 01/06/2023

2022 Wrap Up 01/02/2023

2022 Wrap Up In this last episode of 2022, I sit down with my Atlanta family to discuss some of the year's top stories. Thank you all for rocking with me over the past two years and allowing me the time during 2022 to work on my degree. I have some great shows lined up for you all this season, Let's Go! /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/25478400

Chop it Up! 10/31/2022

Chop it Up! Ep #66 In my first episode in roughly 3 months I sit down with James Lampkin the host of Conversation w/Lamp(@conversation_with_lamp). In this episode, we discuss why James stays away from discussing politics on his podcast (2:00), voting (5:00), what is behind the hate for LeBron James (25:00, the disconnect with the church (14:00), sports (36:00), coaching (46:00), transition (50:00), locked in (56:00) Contact Info @weneedtotalk23.pod (TikTok & IG) [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/24849975

Music on My Mind 09/12/2022

Music on My Mind In Ep. 64 I sit down with two Washington, D.C. artists @djshane202 and @Ajthrowback During our conversation, we discussed the state of hip-hop, Drill music, the number of deaths that are attached to this form of music, and what we as OG's can do to save these artists before we lose an entire generation to senseless violence. We also discussed their latest solo projects /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/24346647

Therapy 2 08/21/2022

Therapy 2 I'm baaaaccckkkk! After a summer hiatus, I am back with the quality content that you have come to expect from #weneedtotalk23! My guest this week is a licensed therapist, motivational speaker, and host of "The Healing Podcast" Monique Owe. During our conversation, we discussed writing a book, how and why she decided to get into the therapy field, if she has ever had a client that made her throw her hands up, what she does for me time, and what she does to recharge, we discussed our home town Paterson, NJ, how to help the youth and a few other topics /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/24119943

Stop, Raising Your Come Up 06/16/2022

Stop, Raising Your Come Up On this week's episode, I sit down with the founder of the Write Now Academy Mr. Gino Lagrant. During the episode, we discussed his upbringing, what made him choose the Air Force over the other branches of the military, the purpose of Write Now Academy, parents raising their come up instead of just being a parent, and how we can get a handle on this generation before we lose them all and a few other topics! If you would like to learn more about the Write Now Academy you can visit them at IG: @writenowacademy @weneedtotalk23.pod If you are interested in being a guest on the show, would like to advertise on the show, or would simply like to support the show I can be reached at Please like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/23444717

Let's Ride 06/06/2022

Let's Ride In this week's episode, I sit down with two motorcycle enthusiasts and advocates @break_limits_coaching and @blackwidow_investigations. During our sit-down, we discussed all things motorcycle, safety, laws, rights, responsibilities, motorcycle clubs/groups, television shows depicting motorcycle clubs, and a few other topics. IG: @weneedtotalk23.pod @break_limits_coaching @blackwidow_investigations TikTok: @weneedtotalk23.pod Email: [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/23334179

Protect Us 05/25/2022

Protect Us On this week's episode I sit down with the crew from @iveyknowsbest to discuss protecting men's mental health while still protecting our women. This is part 2 to "Protect Us, Not" and in this episode we discuss if there are still (gender)roles in todays relationships, what protection looks like to the women on the show?, Protecting men's mental health and a few other topics /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/23221145

Protect Us, Not? 05/11/2022

Protect Us, Not? On this week's episode I have 3 guest @thediamondlounge @ms.minimeeks @unprofessional_opinion joining me at Bar Ringold to discuss protecting our women and what that looks like. We discussed when should a man intervene, how should and would a man be viewed if he chooses not to get involved and does the independent want the help or can she do it herself? There was a lot of great conversation being had! So, please tune in leave a comment, a like/dislike if you weren't feeling this episode, please share with two friends /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/23073560

4 The Love of Musiq 05/05/2022

4 The Love of Musiq On this weeks episode I sit down with my brothers from @4.the.love.of.musiq during our sit down we discussed the birth of the weekly musiq show, what separates them from other musiq groups, who can participate, what would be their dream battle, the Dj Envy fiasco/nonsense and a few other topics. @4.the.love.of.musiq @delp_0810 @ramitch214 @justred904 @weneedtotalk23.pod /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/23010719

They Not Ready 04/09/2022

They Not Ready On this weeks episode I am joined at Bar Ringold by The Cool Out Corner' Ms. Minimeeks & Pork, & Uncle Dolemite of the Too much Game podcast. The topic for this week is "are people truly ready for the things they ask for?" We discussed Will & Jada, strippers, criminals & a few other topics. Hit me up if you are interested in some merchandise. @toomuchgamepodcast @thecooloutcornerpod @ms.minimeeks @weneedtotalk23.pod /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22735904

Roger Ortega 03/31/2022

Roger Ortega I'm back with another episode this week & the last day of the month. In this episode I sit down with Mr. Roger Ortega to discuss his career, how he got his start, what made him want to sing, what it means to have a vote for the grammy's & what it was like when he received his first invite to the Grammys & a few other topics. IG: @rnbpopwrytr @weneedtotalk23.pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22641740

Low Hanging Fruit 03/30/2022

Low Hanging Fruit On this surprise episode I have a special guest joining me Mrs. Ringold. I usually do not discuss celebrities and their foolishness, but when she said she wanted to come on the show to discuss this, I could not pass on the opportunity to have her on the show. During this sit down we discussed the now (in)famous Will Smith & Chris Rock incident at the Oscars and the potential backlash that may come from it, why do we always have to be the entertainment instead of being the ones entertained? /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22616696

Magical AF 03/16/2022

Magical AF ***TRIGGER WARNING***On this weeks episode Lucky from the Magical AF podcast joins me at #barringold for a great discussion! During this interview we discussed her podcast, why did she start it, how she came up with the name, the divisiveness in our community, three recent murders in the Washington DC area, small gestures and a few other topics, you just have to tune in to hear the rest of the conversation! @magicalafpodcast @illastr8_radio @weneedtotalk23.pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22463339

3 Brothers 03/05/2022

3 Brothers In part 2 of our conversation I continue my conversation with Jr(@wvuncommonplace) & Jay(the_cognac_room_podcast) on MENtal health, trauma pressure, loss, emotions & a few other topics. Please leave a comment or rating on whichever platform you are listening, or if you want leave me a to let me know how I am doing, a topic you would like to hear me discuss or a critique, my feelings will not be hurt. IG: weneedtotalk23.pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22347578

3 Brothers 03/03/2022

3 Brothers *********TRIGGER WARNING************ On my return episode from an unplanned hiatus I sit down with Jr(@wvuncommonplace) & Jay(@the_cognac_room_podcast) for part 1 of MENtal health discussion. During our sit down we discussed men's mental health, hood trauma, Freedom, pressure, suicide, loss, emotion, gifts & abilities, triggers etc... /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22317734

IT Master 02/09/2022

IT Master On this week's episode I sit down with Microsoft own Modern Work Architect Darrell Dreher Jr. We discussed the Washington Commanders, the super bowl, Brian Flores & his law suit, HBCU recruiting, what made him want to his upcoming Masterclass on February 12th and at 10am est & a few other topics. For more information about the masterclass click the link in his bio @coachdreher on IG @weneedtotalk23.pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22073300

Soul Sisters 02/02/2022

Soul Sisters With this being Black History Month what better way to start the month off than to have the ladies from the Soul Sisters Reality Show join me at Bar Ringold! During this episode we are introduced to the Executive producer Trishy Marie, cast members Qimmah, Sebrena, Juhne, Christina, Benay. We discussed how this concept came about, what separates this reality show from those that came before it, what did they learn about themselves and. few other topics that you have to tune in to hear about. On February 10th at 9pm there will be an exclusive watch party on Facebook live (Soul Sisters Reality Show) and February 23rd on YouTube. Contact info IG: @soulsistersrealityshow @she_choclit @iam.sebrena @tiffaney.ashlee @juhne.s_kitchen @trishymarie @weneedtotalk23_pod [email protected] /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/22004060

The Empire 01/20/2022

The Empire On this weeks episode the duo 80 80 Empire joins me at Bar Ringold. The duo are Canadian born rappers/producers who have worked with some of your favorite artist such as KRS-One, Jadakiss, Kurupt, Yukmouth, WC, Benny the Butcher, Conway the Machine & many more. On this episode we discussed how they got their start, their parents support, Canada's music scene & record labels, their collaborations and few more topics. Subscribe, share and follow to stay up to date with the what is coming next. IG: @80empire IG: @weneedtotalk23_pod TikTok: @weneedtotalk23_pod /episode/index/show/weneedtotalk23/id/21838823

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